VIU in the news: May 1 to 31, 2026
From demystifying health education, to arts-based learning, research and healing work, to a floral art installation, here’s what VIU experts were up to in May…
Alumni spotlight on: Nicole Smith
From History student to law firm partnerWhen Nicole Smith started at VIU, her plan was to become a teacher. Then a casual conversation in a philosophy class…
Alumni Spotlight: Joy Wilson
Exploring her passion for global educationJoy Wilson’s path is evidence of the many places a teaching career can take you. Over the past 15 years, she…
Alumni giving spotlight: Jake Lussier’s commitment to VIU students
A successful physiotherapist and business owner, Jake is helping students gain the same opportunities that shaped his own career. Jake Lussier credits the…
Alumni Spotlight on Megan Fortune
The chance to take part in international projects as part of her educational journey helped Megan Fortune make the decision to come to Vancouver Island…